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Joint compound should be checked over first.

Recoat any sunk in or nicked spots. Sand off any ridges with 120 grit paper or a sanding block

 Nail Holes are filled with wood filler, putty or spackling compound.

Sand wood filler or spackling flush with wood after it has dried . Putty is rubbed on flush and does not need to be sanded.

Dust out the room .

Use dust brush and  broom to get the room some- what clean  Use a shop vac if available . The room will be dusted again before the finish coats are applied

Prime ceiling & walls

Begin cutting in at the top. Use a 2.5inch angular sash brush. Paint a strip 3 or 4 inches wide.

You can continue cutting in the entire room .

A latex wallboard primer or latex primer sealer is usually preferred

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